October Events at New Leaf Community Classroom

All creatives are welcome to join in this self-directed group as we discuss art in all forms, grow, revive, inspire, and share art and artistic goals. 6:30pm–8pm, Free. New Leaf Community Classroom, 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay. Register at: www.newleaf.com/events

Finish your daily make-up routine with healthful removers and cleansers. In this DIY class learn to make a foaming face wash, face scrubs, and calming sprays to end your day right and wake up refreshed. 11am–12pm, $5. New Leaf Community Classroom, 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay. Register at: www.newleaf.com/events

The postpartum period is a unique phase that comes with special physical and emotional challenges. This session led by With Jasmine Dunckel, MFT and Jennifer Kinder PT, MS, DPTSc guides new mothers through safe and effective exercises and strategies to maintain a healthy state of mind and body. 6pm–7pm, $5. New Leaf Community Classroom, 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay. Register at: www.newleaf.com/events

Wednesday, October 12

Fermented Foods: Sauerkraut

In this hands-on class you will make delicious sauerkraut and take home a jar of your creation. You will also learn about the benefits of this tasty, probiotic, rich food. Jars and ingredients will be provided. 6:30pm–7:30pm, $10. New Leaf Community Classroom, 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay. Register at: www.newleaf.com/events

Thursday, October 20

New Leaf Community Day for the Heal Project

Join New Leaf in supporting the HEAL Project. 5% of the day’s sales will be donated to this nonprofit that educates and inspires San Mateo County students to make healthy choices for themselves and their world through hands-on, outdoor learning. 8 am – 9 pm. New Leaf Community Market, 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay.

Tuesday, October 18

Wellness Lecture: Bladder Awareness

Local orthopedic and pelvic health physical therapist Jennifer Kinder PT, MS, DPTSc will discuss a variety of common bladder issues women and men face and common treatments. 6pm–7pm, $5. New Leaf Community Classroom, 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay. Register at: http://www.newleaf.com/events

Wednesday, October 19

Essential Oils: Oola Life

Live the oola life and balance your world using essential oils. In this fun DIY class, we will cover car diffusers and “life hacks” to save money and help you feel fabulous on the go and through the holidays. 7pm–8pm, $5. New Leaf Community Classroom, 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay. Register at: www.newleaf.com/events

Friday, October 21

Pumpkin Head Party for Kids

Calling all kids and parents! Help us celebrate the bountiful fall harvest by painting and decorating a mini pumpkin to be displayed in the New Leaf Lobby during our Harvest Festival weekend! 3:30pm–4:30pm, Free. New Leaf Community Classroom, 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay. Register at: http://www.newleaf.com/ev

Saturday, October 22

The Mindfulness of Eating and Ayurveda

In Ayurveda, you are what you digest! Explore the six tastes, understand why you crave certain tastes and foods, and learn signs of imbalanced digestion and ways to improve it. Recipes and lunch included. With Dayna Holli. 1pm –3pm, $12. New Leaf Community Classroom, 150 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay. Register at: www.newleaf.com/events